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Honey Lime Chicken Rice

Honey Lime Chicken Rice: 5 Steps to Pure Bliss


  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and vibrant dish combining honey-lime marinated chicken with fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and zesty toppings.


Ingredients

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  • lbs chicken breast or thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 cup black beans (rinsed & drained)
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ¼ cup red onion (diced)
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper for the marinade.
  2. Marinate chicken for 15–30 minutes.
  3. Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, 5–6 minutes per side.
  5. In another pan or bowl, combine corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro.
  6. Warm cooked rice in a bowl, top with honey-lime chicken and vegetable mixture. Add avocado slices and optional Greek yogurt/sour cream with lime juice, honey, or cilantro.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Skillet
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 bowl
    • Calories: 550
    • Sugar: 10g
    • Sodium: 800mg
    • Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 65g
    • Fiber: 8g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg

    Keywords: Honey Lime Chicken Rice